Chicken Strips with Mushrooms and Peas

Tender chicken, creamy sauce, fresh mushrooms, and green peas – this quick chicken strips are ready in just 20 minutes and taste like a classic family dish. It goes particularly well with fluffy rice or fresh baguette.

Ingredients for 4 servings

• 400g chicken breast fillet

• 1 onion

• 250g brown mushrooms

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• 2 tbsp rapeseed oil

• 1 tbsp flour

• 200ml vegetable stock

• 200g cream (or milk for a lighter version)

• 200g peas (Frozen, thawed)

• Salt and freshly ground pepper

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Preparation

1. Preparation

• Cut the chicken breast into thin strips.

• Peel and finely dice the onion.

• Clean and slice the mushrooms.

2. Fry the chicken

Heat 1 tablespoon of rapeseed oil in a large pan. Sear the chicken strips over high heat for 2-3 minutes on all sides. Then remove from the pan and season lightly with salt and pepper.

3. Fry the mushrooms and onions

Heat the remaining oil in the pan. Sauté the onions and mushrooms over medium heat until lightly browned. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and sauté briefly to bind them together.

4. Prepare the sauce

Deglaze with vegetable stock, then stir in the cream. Add the frozen peas and simmer gently over medium heat for 5-10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

5. Finish the chicken

Return the seared chicken to the pan and heat briefly in the sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.

Serving suggestion

Ideal with:

• 350g rice (serves 4)

• Alternatively: tagliatelle, mashed potatoes, or simply a piece of fresh baguette

Nutritional values ​​per serving (approx.)

• Calories: 283kcal

• Carbohydrates: 15g

• Protein: 27g

• Fat: 13g

Tip:
If you like it spicier, add a little garlic or a squeeze of lemon juice to the sauce while frying. A spoonful of Dijon mustard also adds an extra kick to the dish.